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Over twenty years ago, Saucony introduced a technology called the G.R.I.D. System that would be evolved over the next two decades. The system was designed to simultaneously absorb shock and control mediolateral motion. One of the key components of the G.R.I.D. system is the G.R.I.D. Cassette located in the heel of the midsole. It includes blended composite Hytrel filaments molded in an interlocking configuration. Designed to work with the midsole in reducing shock and enhancing stability.

LarryGreat looking and feeling shoe but lacking highest quality craftsmanshipThe GOOD: fantastic look with contrasting color schemes and a wider fit that accommodates my pretty wide feet. I got this in my true length size of 6 and my feet are not cramped at all (the toebox could be a touch wider). It shouldn't be too much of a problem if you have an average width foot but for us wide feet guys, gotta love when this happens. The BAD: At the point where the upper meets the suede, there is a lot of fraying and it just doesn't look clean. Thankfully I got these on sale. I would return them if I had paid full price because it's unacceptable. To compare, I have a great pair of sneakers (same price range) from a competing brand and they are cosmetically perfect. I've worn those for almost a year and use them for running too. Really no blemishes to speak of. Suede/mesh combination as well! So Saucony needs to improve the finished product and I mean those little details. High end sneakers deserve the attention and the customer should see that in the product they buy.

Great looking and feeling shoe but lacking highest quality craftsmanship

Mar 31, 2017

The GOOD: fantastic look with contrasting color schemes and a wider fit that accommodates my pretty wide feet. I got this in my true length size of 6 and my feet are not cramped at all (the toebox could be a touch wider). It shouldn't be too much of a problem if you have an average width foot but for us wide feet guys, gotta love when this happens. The BAD: At the point where the upper meets the suede, there is a lot of fraying and it just doesn't look clean. Thankfully I got these on sale. I would return them if I had paid full price because it's unacceptable. To compare, I have a great pair of sneakers (same price range) from a competing brand and they are cosmetically perfect. I've worn those for almost a year and use them for running too. Really no blemishes to speak of. Suede/mesh combination as well! So Saucony needs to improve the finished product and I mean those little details. High end sneakers deserve the attention and the customer should see that in the product they buy.

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